Ryan's Fine Designs: More Christmas Cards

Welcome To My Blog

Welcome to my home in cyberspace. I enjoy making handmade greeting cards these days. Being in the same boat as quite a number of other Americans, being laid off, I found a fun way to keep myself busy. Besides making just greeting cards, I discovered the art of quilling. It's a lovely art form, and I've applied it to more then just my greeting cards. I've created signs, gift boxes, earrings, necklaces, and a whole bunch of keepsake items. I sell a lot of what I make at Etsy. So, if you'd like a beautiful keepsake card or gift for a special someone, check out my Etsy site at RyansFineDesigns.etsy.com. My cards are of heirloom quality, and you may even like to frame them.

I'm also giving lessons. So, if you're around the Des Moines, Iowa area, sap me an e-mail, and I'll let you know all about it. Otherwise, take a look at some of my designs and just enjoy yourself while you're there. I am continually adding new cards and gift items. So you may like to come back at a later date if you don't see something you need today. Just bookmark my Etsy site. Thanks. Have a great day!

Friday, December 10, 2010

More Christmas Cards

More Christmas and Valentine's Day Cards. First picture is my display I have at the little grocery store here in our small town. Even though it's a small town, my sales are pretty good. I was surprised. Maybe the fact they are sitting right on the counter where people pay helps a little...lol.

My sign on my display.

I quilled a candle and a couple of poinsetta's to set it off on the Christmas card below.

Here's a side view:

Inside view

I added a couple of silver photo corners to the sticker on the back to dress it up a little. I'm not sure if I like it. I like it, but I don't want it to be so overwhelming. So, I only did it on this particular card.